Is garlic a fruit or a vegetable?

Garlic is a vegetable, which can be eaten raw or used for seasoning. The growth cycle of garlic is about 8 months, and it generally begins to mature in late spring and mid-late May. Before and after the Xiaoman solar term, garlic will begin to mature and go on the market.

Nutritional value of garlic

Garlic tastes spicy and doesn't smell good. Generally, it can be eaten raw, fried with vegetables as seasoning, or peeled and pickled, which is also the best way to eat. The nutritional value of garlic is relatively high. Garlic has a good bactericidal and anti-inflammatory effect, and it can also prevent some tumors when eaten in moderation. In addition, some nutrients contained in garlic also have whitening, fat reduction and anti-aging effects.

The Origin and Cultivation of Garlic

Garlic has a long history. Garlic is cultivated in Shandong, Jiangsu, Hebei, Guangxi, Henan, Sichuan and other places. Among them, garlic produced in Shandong is the best, with high yield, excellent quality and good taste. Garlic can be planted all year round. Generally, autumn and winter planting is the most suitable. Garlic will be planted more in the northern region, which is generally more suitable for planting in the soil with deep soil layer, good drainage and rich organic matter in the atlas.